TMoore05

I have a 2005 silverado with the 5.3L engine and 4.10 rear end, was just wondering if anyone has much experience towing with a similar rig and what the size limit would be when considering an RV. I have an AEM intake and flowmaster exhaust but those are the only mods I've done. Just wondering whats to much trailer especially for the tranny! Thanks for your input!

country_09

Biggest i've pulled when i was stock(5.3 and 3.73s) was a 30 foot tag a long. Didn't really like it but pulled it decent in tow haul mode

mrnoyb

I tow a 31 ft travel trailer with my truck but that's meaningless due to the number of variables that apply.

For example, these are the specifications I had to consider in my choice of travel trailer:

truck specs -
2012 Silverado 1500 2WD EXT CAB LT (standard box)
VORTEC 5.3L V8
6-speed AT
locking rear diff
trailering package
heavy duty cooling
Z71 off road suspension
high capacity air cleaner
integrated trailer brake controller
18' aluminum wheels
on/off road tires
GVWR 6800 lbs
rear axle 3.42 ratio

CAT Scale weight with full fuel, truck cap & bedrug 5440 lbs

available payload 1360

GCWR 15000 lbs
max trailer weight 9700 lbs
trailer weight rating 8200 lbs
max tongue weight 1100 lbs

trailer specs -
Unloaded Vehicle Weight (lbs) 5,425
Dry Hitch Weight (lbs) 635
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (lbs) 7,500
Cargo Carrying Capacity (lbs) 2,075
Exterior Length 30' 11"

hitch - Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW

Your owners manual is a good place to start in determining the capabilities of your vehicle.

Good luck.